If you generally feel lighter after a good stretching session, you might wonder, “Did I just lose weight? Does stretching burn calories?!” Of all the other unconventional ways to shave off a few calories, stretching seems to be the most useful. Read on to find out how stretching can benefit you beyond burning calories (since that’s […]
Fort Worth will be new host city. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on September 20, 2023 For the first time in their nearly 20-year existence, the CrossFit Games will take place in the Lone Star State. Dickies Arena, located in Fort Worth, Texas, will host the 2024 CrossFit Games, according to a series […]
If you find yourself defaulting to lower-body exercises whenever you get to the gym—because who doesn’t love a good legs routine?—having an arms workout with dumbbells on your list can be an awesome way to make sure you’re fitting some upper-body strengthening into your plan, too. And that’s important, since those muscles really do a […]
In an era where health and wellness have taken centre stage, the role of protein in our diets has never been more emphasized. Whether you’re an athlete striving for peak performance, a fitness enthusiast aiming to sculpt your physique, or simply someone looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle, protein is a dietary cornerstone that cannot […]
Some people had a unique introduction to physical strength. At one point, they may have seen a person lift a heavy weight — whether it was a family member moving an “immovable” piece of furniture, a muscular athlete completing a “bench press challenge” on television, or a superhero hoisting a car overhead to save the […]
The four-time Mr. Olympia put his hamstrings to the test during an epic leg day. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on September 19, 2023 In search of his fifth straight Mr. Olympia victory, Chris Bumstead is just over six weeks away from defending his crown at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, […]
When it comes to healthy snacking, fruit is hard to beat — it’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, and filling fiber. But if you’re trying to lose weight, you may also be looking for ways to eat more protein. So which high-protein fruits can help you up your protein intake while reaping all the benefits fruit has to offer? First […]
Determining how often you should do cardio can be a little tricky. For starters, it’s not simply a matter of maintaining a trim physique. “Cardio workouts are about more than just losing weight,” says Alasdair Fitz-Desorgher, group fitness instructor and CrossFit Level 3 coach. “They help you maintain a healthy heart and respiratory system, which […]
It’s likely that the type of protein you’re choosing could be contributing to your workout farts—and to the pretty pungent odor of them, too. That’s because some popular high-protein foods (like meat and eggs) are rich in sulfur, which can turn into stinky gasses when it ferments in the gut. Or, you may be eating […]
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. If you’re on a mission to build a comprehensive workout space, a pull-up bar deserves recognition. As a versatile and effective tool, the best pull-up bar provides an essential opportunity to engage multiple muscle groups, primarily in the arms, shoulders, and back. […]